Now that it's summertime, many of us are taking vacations, and that means some of us will be shopping for travel diaries/journals to bring along. Although a simple, ruled steno pad will work just fine, why not investigate purchasing a handmade blank book crafted by an independent artist? Not only will your journal be one-of-a-kind, it can also serve as a souvenir of your trip if you choose a design that reflects your destination. Some bookmakers use maps or labels for covers, or you could select specific colors, such as turquoise tones for a beach vacation, or orange and red designs if you're headed to the desert southwest.
I love shopping on etsy for handmade journals. Here's a sample page when I searched the term "blank books" in the category "handmade." (You can make your search more advanced and specific by adding additional terms/keywords.)
http://www.etsy.com/search/handmade?ref=auto&q=blank+book
Keep in mind that after vacation season has passed, these handmade blank books are great for use as daily journals, and they make unique gifts for the holidays. And when you buy a hand-crafted journal, you're supporting and encouraging independent artists. Order a blank book, buy a fancy pen, and "Bon voyage"!
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